1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,456 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 403 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 328 GTS | Firebird |
Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 7456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 105.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 106.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1676 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |